The draw ceremony begins at 12 p.m. ET (11 a.m. CT, 9 a.m. PT) at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in the nation's capital.

Friday was one of the coldest days of the year, but much of Rhode Island was focused on warmer days and soccer. Friday afternoon, fans learned which teams will be coming to New England for the 2026 World Cup group stage in June.

Nothing can be guaranteed in a World Cup, but the Socceroos' draw alongside the United States, Paraguay and a European qualifier gives a solid shot at advancing, with the Australians avoiding most of the big names.